A Cor-Ten rainscreen filters dappled light through the house—an effect similar to sun shining through tree leaves.

In stark contrast to Monti’s 1920s home now being rented out, the Walnut Residence never seems to run out of natural light. “After six months of living here, my wife and I noticed that we never turn on the light," remarked Monti. "I never have to turn on the light—ever."